1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2660 mm |
