2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 298 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
