2008 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Carina weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 1993 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |