1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 647 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne 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 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Biscayne | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |
