2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 348 kg more than 1973 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
