1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 715 kg more than 1982 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
