2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-150 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-150 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |