1995 Ford Escort vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |