1992 BMW 520 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
