1970 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Scion xB
To start off, 2012 Scion xB is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion xB (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xB weights approximately 528 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Scion xB, 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, 2012 Scion xB (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Carina | 2012 Scion xB | |
| Make | Toyota | Scion |
| Model | Carina | xB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2601 mm |
