2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1818 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2918 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |