1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
