2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-150 | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |