1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Carina | 408 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
