1980 Toyota Celica vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 92 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
