2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (476 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
