1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 103 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
Model | Carina | Kalos |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |