2007 Ford Edge vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Because 1972 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 1972 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, 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, 2007 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
