2006 Ford E-150 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
