2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Daewoo | Toyota |
Model | Matiz | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |