2005 Scion xA vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 24 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xA | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
