2005 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 59 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |