1984 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 92 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 323 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
