1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Carina | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
