2006 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 618 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chrysler Sebring (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Sebring | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Sebring | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
