2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2414 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 (759 Nm) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |
