1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (97 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
