2009 Ford Edge vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 32 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Edge weights approximately 142 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2009 Ford Edge 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. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
