1972 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Carina | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Carina | Durango |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3043 mm |