2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 994 kg more than 1964 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 Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |