2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |