2006 Rover 45 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 120 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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 45 | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |