2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 20 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 428 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | PT Cruiser | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |