1985 Toyota Celica vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2002 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Toyota Celica | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Celica | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |