1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 422 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Supra. 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 (181 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Supra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
