2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
