2006 Renault Modus vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 29 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 705 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
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, 2006 Renault Modus, 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Modus | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Modus | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |