1989 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Voyager (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 320 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, 1989 Chrysler Voyager (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Voyager | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
