1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 18 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 274 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.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Transporter |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |