1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2685 mm |
