1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Passat |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |