1997 Daewoo Brougham vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Brougham is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daewoo Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daewoo Brougham (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daewoo Brougham should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Brougham weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Brougham | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
