2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |