1977 Toyota Carina vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 1999 Acura TL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura TL weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, 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, 1999 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 1999 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Toyota | Acura |
| Model | Carina | TL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
