2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 22 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pride Wagon | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |