1998 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. 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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |