2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 655 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
