2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 728 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |