2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage is newer by 17 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Entourage weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina. 2008 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Entourage | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
