2003 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 136 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Nubira | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
