2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taurus X | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
