1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 24 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2790 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
