1993 Subaru SVX vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Subaru SVX is newer by 16 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 625 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 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 1993 Subaru SVX 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. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
