1989 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Escort weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort, 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 Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Celica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |