1996 Infiniti G20 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Infiniti G20 is newer by 16 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, 1996 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 63 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti G20 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | G20 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
