1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica, 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Celica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |