2009 Ford Escape vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |