2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2430 mm |
