2005 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 17 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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
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, 2005 Daihatsu YRV (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu YRV | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | YRV | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
