2009 Ford Escape vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 24 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (303 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |