2009 Ford Escape vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
