1998 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 15 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 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
