2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1253 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
