1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Meteor | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
