1956 Packard Carribean vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Packard Carribean. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Packard Carribean would be higher. At 6,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Packard Carribean is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Packard Carribean (306 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Packard Carribean should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Packard Carribean weights approximately 1069 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Packard Carribean | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Packard | Toyota |
| Model | Carribean | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2249 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2640 mm |
