2011 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 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 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-250 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-250 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2440 mm |