1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 403 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.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2819 mm |
