2004 Ford GT vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
