2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Carina (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Because 1981 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 124 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
