1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2001 Toyota RSC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RSC weights approximately 271 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RSC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | RSC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
