1988 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 284 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Falcon | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Falcon | Celica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |