2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1518 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
