1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Ford Meteor is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Because 1957 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 1957 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Meteor | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Meteor | Corona |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
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 | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |