1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 35 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 379 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300, 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Carina | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Carina | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2960 mm |
