2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 476 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2640 mm |
