2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 21 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Accent | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Accent | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |