2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 529 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Galaxy | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
