2005 Saturn ION vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 190 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 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn ION | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | ION | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |