2004 Ford GT vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 437 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 644 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |