2001 Ford 49 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford 49 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford 49 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 49 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 870 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |