1982 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (159 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 489 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Celica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |