1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 33 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 450 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6, 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, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Brilliance |
| Model | Carina | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
