2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fusion | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fusion | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
