1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Carina |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
