2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 330 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Coupe | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |