1986 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Celica weights approximately 96 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |