2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
