1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 33 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), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1650 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3505 mm |
