1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 1999 Ford Econoline and 1999 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Econoline 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 1999 Ford Econoline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
