2002 Honda Inspire vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Honda Inspire is newer by 22 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Inspire (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Inspire, 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, 2002 Honda Inspire (401 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Inspire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Inspire | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Inspire | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
