2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-250 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 75 L |