1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Yaris (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
