2004 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 358 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
