1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Carina weights approximately 287 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Toyota Carina (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Fiesta | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Carina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |