2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Traverse | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
