2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 952 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |