1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Expedition | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2562 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |