1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 32 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 179 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Celica | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Celica | Sentra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1359 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |