1976 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Falcon | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Corolla |
Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |