1999 Toyota Celica vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Celica. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Celica | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
