2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 403 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
