2005 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
