1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 494 kg more than 1979 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Falcon | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
