1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 36 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |