2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 443 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 1976 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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 Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestar | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |