2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1982 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1982 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2620 mm |