2002 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
