2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 248 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Mobilio | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |