1997 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
