1986 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 648 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Toyota Carina | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Carina | Terrain |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2858 mm |