2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 29 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 287 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
