1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1561 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Expedition 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 2012 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3327 mm |
