2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 81 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Silverado | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2640 mm |
