2000 BMW X5 vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW X5 | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |