2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 8 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 15 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
