2006 Ford E-350 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 27 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1676 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
