2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica, 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |