1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Carina | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2748 mm |
