2004 Proton Tiara vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Proton Tiara 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Tiara | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Tiara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
