1995 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 7 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Carina | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |