1970 Toyota Corona 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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona 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 164 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Corona | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Flex |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1857 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |