2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1964 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 925 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 1964 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
