2009 Toyota Prius vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Prius | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Prius | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
