1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Celica |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |