1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 32 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 281 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2562 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2803 mm |
