2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
