2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
