2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 229 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-350 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |