1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
