2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1982 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.

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2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager 1982 Toyota Carina
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Grand Voyager Carina
Year Released 2003 1982
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 1839 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 142 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 106 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2510 mm