1970 Honda 1300 vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 107 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda 1300 | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | 1300 | Carina |
Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |