2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 449 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Aveo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
