1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Celica | Tamora |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3605 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
