2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1972 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Celica. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Econoline | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2430 mm |
