1982 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 256 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
