2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1774 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
