1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Celebrity | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
