2006 Toyota Celica vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Celica | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
