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 141 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 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 1689 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 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 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |