1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 525 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 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion, 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Corona | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corona | Fusion |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |