2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Tercel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2440 mm |
