1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 24 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 354 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celebrity | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2858 mm |
