2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
