1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 31 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1261 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Carina | Touareg |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |