1997 Daewoo Brougham vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Daewoo Brougham is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 1997 Daewoo Brougham and 1988 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daewoo Brougham weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Because 1997 Daewoo Brougham 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 1997 Daewoo Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Brougham | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
