2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 80 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |