2007 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tiburon | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tiburon | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |