1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1330 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
