2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,964 cc, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 575 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 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
