2008 Ford GT vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 530 kg more than 1986 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |