1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 187 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Fox |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
