1998 Ford Escort vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
