1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Forte weights approximately 196 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 2010 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Carina | Forte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
