2007 Ford Freestyle vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Freestyle is newer by 29 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), 2007 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Freestyle (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Freestyle (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Freestyle | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestyle | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
