2009 Ford GT vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford GT 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 2009 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina, 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |