1989 Toyota Carina vs. 1999 Kia Joice
To start off, 1999 Kia Joice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Joice weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 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, 1999 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina. 1999 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Carina | 1999 Kia Joice | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Carina | Joice |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |