2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 50 L |
