1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
