2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1706 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |