1990 Toyota Carina vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Carina weights approximately 161 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota Carina | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |
