2005 Opel Agila vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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 Opel Agila (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Agila | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Agila | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |