2004 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 23 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 430 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Aceca | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
