2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 510 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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |