2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota RAV4 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
