2002 Ford Focus vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |