1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 616 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corolla | Carens |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
