1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Mangusta | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |