1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 11 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| 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 | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
