2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 605 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |