2003 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 15 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 488 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 2003 Chrysler Sebring (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2003 Chrysler Sebring 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. 2003 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Sebring | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
