1995 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |