2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 760 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |