1997 Toyota Carina vs. 1975 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 279 kg more than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Carina (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Carina | 1975 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Carina | Chevette |
Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |