2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1112 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
