1968 AMC AMX vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 197 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AMC | Toyota |
| Model | AMX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
