2003 Subaru R2 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | R2 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
