2001 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 258 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
