2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Taurus weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
