1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Daihatsu SP-4 1994 Toyota Carina
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model SP-4 Carina
Year Released 1999 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 659 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2590 mm


 

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