1995 Subaru SVX vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 498 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1995 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
