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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 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. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 4800 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |