2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Carina weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
