1954 Pontiac Star Chief vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1954 Pontiac Star Chief has manual transmission. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Star Chief | Celica |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4715 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
