2002 Buick Regal vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Buick Regal is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 565 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |