2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econovan weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Econovan | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |