1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 20 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 65 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 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Bora |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
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 | 3300 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 | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |