1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 20 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 358 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
