2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Dodge Magnum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 645 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum 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, 2008 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Magnum | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Magnum | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
