2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Accent | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |