2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
