2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | LR2 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |