2003 Renault Koleos vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Renault Koleos 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Renault Koleos. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 766 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Koleos | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
