1997 Toyota Carina vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 270 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Carina | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |
