2006 Ford Territory vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 224 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | Corona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
