2002 Ford Ranger vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (88 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 765 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (130 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
