1984 Toyota Carina vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Carina | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Toyota | Zagato |
| Model | Carina | Zuma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
