2009 Ford Focus vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 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 122 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina.
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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Focus | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |