1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 14 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 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 50 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Scorpio | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
