2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 32 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 253 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Nubira | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |