1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 193 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |