1984 Toyota Model F vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Model F weights approximately 184 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Because 1984 Toyota Model F 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 1984 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1984 Toyota Model F (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Model F | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Model F | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
