2009 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Trevis | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Trevis | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
