2004 Panoz AIV vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz AIV | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |