1971 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 311 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Toyota Carina | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Carina | Colorado |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |