2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 20 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 241 kg more than 1988 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 Kia Cee'd (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
