1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
