2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 2002 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Spyder | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
