1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 370 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Toyota | Daewoo |
| Model | Celica | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
