1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Renault Duster

To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 23 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, 2011 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 120 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 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Toyota Carina 2011 Renault Duster
Make Toyota Renault
Model Carina Duster
Year Released 1988 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4315 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1822 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2673 mm


 

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