1994 Ford Royale vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina.
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, 1994 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Royale | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
