1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fairlane | Celica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
