2009 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 114 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |