2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 207 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 1975 Toyota Corona. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
