1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 641 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2868 mm |
