2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 366 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Captiva | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
