2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 18 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 83 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 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
