1976 Toyota Carina vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Carina | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
