2003 Lexus IS vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 2003 Lexus IS and 1984 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Lexus IS (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
