1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 138 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
