1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
