2009 Ford Escape vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 31 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
