2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford F-250 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 46 L |