1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 722 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Carina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
