1998 Toyota Carina vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1987 TVR Tasmin 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 1987 TVR Tasmin. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1987 TVR Tasmin (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Carina | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
