1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | RS 200 | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |