1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Biscayne | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2640 mm |
