1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 23 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 245 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.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
