2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
