2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 593 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. 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 Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
