2001 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2001 Ford Explorer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Explorer (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Explorer weights approximately 393 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Explorer | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2510 mm |
