2000 Toyota Celica vs. 1982 Toyota Century
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Toyota Century (270 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 1982 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 1982 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Celica | 1982 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2870 mm |
