1999 Toyota Vitz vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 1 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
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, 1999 Toyota Vitz (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina. 1999 Toyota Vitz has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Vitz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Vitz | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Vitz | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
