1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Carina | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Carina | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3110 mm |