2002 Hyundai XG vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Hyundai XG is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 605 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai XG, 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 XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina. 2002 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | XG | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
