2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 23 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
