1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 703 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
