2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 303 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
