1996 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 8 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), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 36 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Suzuki Vitara | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Vitara | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |