1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3683 mm |
