1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix, 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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1983 Pontiac Phoenix has manual transmission. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Phoenix | Celica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
