1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 16 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
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, 2005 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Carina | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Echo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
