2004 Ford E-250 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 135 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1978 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
