2001 Acura RSX vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RSX weights approximately 76 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
