2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 2004 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |