1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 320 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 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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1989 Toyota Carina | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Carina | XV Crosstrek |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2635 mm |