1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 29 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti EX weights approximately 539 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, 2010 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Celica | EX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
