1970 Toyota Corona vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 275 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corona | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
