2002 Skoda Superb vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 615 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb, 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Superb | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Superb | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2430 mm |
