1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Ford E-350 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
