1963 Pontiac Tempest vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Pontiac Tempest (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Pontiac Tempest should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Pontiac Tempest | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Tempest | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
