2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 23 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac GTO | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | GTO | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
