1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 986 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1981 Toyota Celica | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Toyota | Koenigsegg |
Model | Celica | Agera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2759 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 1100 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |