1980 Reliant GTC vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 66 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Reliant GTC 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 1980 Reliant GTC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina, 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Reliant GTC | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Reliant | Toyota |
Model | GTC | Carina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |