2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 60 L |
