2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1989 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 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 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Yaris 1989 Toyota Carina
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Yaris Carina
Year Released 2009 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1496 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 139 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 995 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 61 L


 

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