1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
