2006 Acura RSX vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 92 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RSX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
