2007 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 869 kg more than 1984 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Stavic | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Stavic | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
