2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 285 kg more than 1983 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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
