2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
