2000 Acura RL vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 17 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
