1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 466 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 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |