2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |