1992 Pontiac Sunbird vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird weights approximately 47 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 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Sunbird | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunbird | Carina |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |