1998 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |