2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan 350Z | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 350Z | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |