2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 929 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
