2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 634 kg more than 1992 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
