2009 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur weights approximately 842 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. 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, 2009 Hyundai Grandeur (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Grandeur | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Grandeur | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
