1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 685 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
