2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 8 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |