1977 Toyota Carina vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 1998 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Carina | Joice |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
