1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 22 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 98 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Allion |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
