1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 275 kg more than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
