1952 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1952 Ford Zephyr 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 1952 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1952 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Zephyr | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zephyr | Corolla |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |