1979 Toyota Carina vs. 1970 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1979 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph 2000 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Triumph 2000 (207 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Carina | 1970 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Carina | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
