1976 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Carina | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | E-Series |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 25 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3505 mm |