2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 305 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
