2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 805 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina, 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Equus | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
