2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1951 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2440 mm |