2001 Ford EX vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 20 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | EX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
