2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econovan | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2340 mm |
