2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 13 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 948 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
