2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Corolla | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |