1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 851 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3023 mm |
