2011 Ford E-350 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 28 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), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1431 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford E-350 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | E-350 | Celica |
Year Released | 2011 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2541 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2510 mm |