2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
