2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 121 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
