1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 785 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |
