1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 933 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Toyota Celica | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2759 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2881 mm |