2002 Ford Econoline vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Ford Econoline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Econoline (198 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. 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, 2002 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econoline | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
