2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2202 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
