2005 Toyota Yaris vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Carina weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Yaris | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
