2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 159 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 46 L |