2008 Ford Ikon vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 20 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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 (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ikon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
