2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 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 (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
