2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
