1989 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
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 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
