1995 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Hi-Ace | Carina |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |