1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 577 kg more than 1982 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2838 mm |
