1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 22 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 154 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
