1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 813 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Celica | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 4806 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2920 mm |
