2004 Ford E-350 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1975 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-350 (475 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
