1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 182 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
