2009 Kia Carens vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Carens | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |