1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 7 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 14 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.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Corsair | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Corsair | Celica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |