2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
