1970 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 43 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1747 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Toyota Corona 2013 Ford Expedition
Make Toyota Ford
Model Corona Expedition
Year Released 1970 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 76 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 2652 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 2332 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3023 mm


 

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