1979 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 289 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Toyota Corolla | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |