2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 10 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
