2005 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 657 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (250 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
