1993 Ford Contour vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 13 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, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 131 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Contour | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
