1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2001 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Celica | 2001 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
Model | Celica | VX220 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |