2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Tiburon | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tiburon | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |