2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Because 1983 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Elantra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
