1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 735 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Tercel | Carens |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
