1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Maverick | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Maverick | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |