1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 1974 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 1974 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor, 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Meteor | Carina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |