2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 640 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Frontera | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
