1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 990 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 4379 mm |
