1992 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 590 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Carina | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Carina | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
