1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
