1977 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1781 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Expedition |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2651 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3327 mm |