1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 470 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Carina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |