2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |