1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1361 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 136 L |
