2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Aveo | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |