1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1982 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 134 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Datsun 1800 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Datsun | Toyota |
Model | 1800 | Carina |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |