2007 Ford Edge vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
