1996 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 289 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Carina | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Jetta |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1482 mm |