1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Because 1960 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 1960 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor, 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, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Meteor | Corona |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |