2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 20 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 968 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Celica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
