2007 Ford Expedition vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Expedition | 1973 Toyota Century | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |