2009 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |