1992 Ford Scorpio vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Scorpio has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Scorpio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Scorpio | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
