1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 35 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 990 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
