1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Carina | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 107 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
