1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 860 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 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2011 Holden Captiva 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 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Carina | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
