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 125 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 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 1337 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
