2005 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1240 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.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Phaeton | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
