2007 Ford Edge vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
