2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 62 kg more than 1997 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Getz | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
