1998 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 12 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 27 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Carina | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Carina | Getz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
