2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 81 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
