1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Falcon | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Celica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |