2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2430 mm |
