1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Kuga |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |