2001 Ford Econoline vs. 1975 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 1975 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2870 mm |
