1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 975 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 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Corsair | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Hilux |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3090 mm |