1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity weights approximately 424 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Celebrity | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
