2009 Geely CK vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Geely CK 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Geely CK weights approximately 49 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 Geely CK, 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 (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Geely CK | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Geely | Toyota |
| Model | CK | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
