1974 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 34 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 335 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.
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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Carina | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Carina | T 440 R |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 434 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |