1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
