2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
