1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 296 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Because 1964 Marcos 1800 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 1964 Marcos 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Marcos 1800 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Marcos | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Carina |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |