1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Taunus (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Carina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |
