1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 962 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 913 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Toyota | Koenigsegg |
Model | Carina | CCXR |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |