2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion, 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 Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fusion | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |