2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
