1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2011 Geely Ck1 is newer by 34 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Geely Ck1 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 85 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, 2011 Geely Ck1, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Geely Ck1. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Geely Ck1. 2011 Geely Ck1 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. 2011 Geely Ck1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2011 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Geely |
| Model | Carina | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
