1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 246 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Celica |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |