2002 Daewoo Magnus vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Magnus | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Magnus | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
