2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Celica weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Expedition | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | 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 | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |