1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3595 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
