2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, 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 Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |