1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 845 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Corsair 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Soarer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |