1984 Toyota Celica vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 221 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1984 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Celica | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Pod |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
