2000 Ford Taurus vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 20 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 339 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
