1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 27 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 149 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Celica | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2389 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
