2004 Ford GT vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford GT 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 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
