1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 695 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2788 mm |
