2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (129 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-150 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |