2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1024 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
