2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1979 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
