2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 757 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
