2008 Saturn Sky vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 259 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saturn Sky 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 2008 Saturn Sky. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
