1984 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 26 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 470 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Celica | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Celica | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
