1991 Ford Orion vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Orion | Celica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
