2008 Honda Stream vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 159 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |