1975 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 351 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, 2012 Nissan Cube, 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Carina | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Carina | Cube |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |