2009 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |