1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 32 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1275 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Carina | T5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
