1975 Toyota Corona vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Because 1975 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Corsair |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |