1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1269 kg more than 1980 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 Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Edge |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3500 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3505 mm |
