2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 24 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2035 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
