2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |