1989 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 830 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Carina | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Toyota | Lincoln |
| Model | Carina | MKX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4737 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1715 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2824 mm |
