1982 Toyota Carina vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Toyota Carina | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | Focus |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |