2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Explorer | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |