2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-350 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
