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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 357 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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 | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
