1984 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 28 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 345 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 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Celica | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Celica | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |