1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 22 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Carina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
