2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 517 kg more than 1998 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vivaro | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vivaro | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |