2002 MG TF vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 MG TF 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. Both 2002 MG TF and 1980 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 104 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1980 Toyota Carina has automatic transmission and 2002 MG TF has manual transmission. 2002 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Carina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
