1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 23 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 71 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Carina | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Carina | Getz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
