2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1980 Toyota Carina

To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota Highlander 1980 Toyota Carina
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Highlander Carina
Year Released 2007 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2362 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 61 L


 

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