2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i10 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
