1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1980 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
