1979 Datsun 280 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1979 Datsun 280 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,751 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun 280 (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun 280 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Datsun 280 weights approximately 427 kg more than 1970 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, 1979 Datsun 280 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Datsun 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun 280 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | 280 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2751 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |
