2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1987 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 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina, 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
