1974 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Celica | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Celica | Taurus |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |