2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
