2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 24 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 408 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.
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 Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Lumina | Celica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |