1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Toyota | Subaru |
Model | Celica | Impreza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |