2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 133 kg more than 1982 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
