2002 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 267 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 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 (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Focus | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
