2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G34 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
