1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-250 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |