1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 44 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
