2008 Nissan Terrano vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 760 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Terrano | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
