2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 111 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2340 mm |
