2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
