2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Titan | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5549 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |
