2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2007 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2510 mm |
