2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 636 kg more than 1983 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 2004 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | Blenheim | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |