2009 Geely CK vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Geely | Toyota |
| Model | CK | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
