1983 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1983 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 125 L |
