2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 442 kg more than 1982 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 350Z | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |