1998 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-150 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |