2006 Hyundai Accent vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 24 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina.
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, 2006 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Accent | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
