2004 Acura EL vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 16 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 102 kg more than 1988 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | EL | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
