2012 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 31 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Gallardo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 562 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4387 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1166 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
