2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 722 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vivaro | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
