2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Kalos | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |