2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1295 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 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
