1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 406 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 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Celica | Touran |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |