2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
