2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira 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 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Nubira | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
