1992 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 62 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
