1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3970 mm |
