1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 515 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
