2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |
