1971 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 791 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Carina | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Carina | Equinox |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2858 mm |