2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 1983 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Pride Wagon | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |