2010 Ford Edge vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Edge | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Edge | Celica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2451 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 61 L |
