2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1676 kg more than 1978 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Five Hundred | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
