1958 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1958 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer, 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona. 2013 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1958 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1958 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Toyota Corona | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corona | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
