1987 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 302 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti IPL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Celica | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Celica | IPL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
