1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 735 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
