2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1979 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
| Model | Aviator | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
