2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (150 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Kalos | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
