1981 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 925 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 Toyota Carina (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Carina | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Toyota | Tata |
| Model | Carina | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
