1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Flex |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2995 mm |
