1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 397 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2012 Buick Verano has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Verano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Carina | Verano |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2685 mm |
