2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2430 mm |