1958 Ford Zodiac vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 172 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1958 Ford Zodiac 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 1958 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1958 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Zodiac | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Zodiac | Corolla |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |