2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 24 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1712 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
