1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 15 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Celica | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 4941 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
