2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 366 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ginetta G34 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G34 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
