2007 MG ZT vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 MG ZT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG ZT | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
