2012 Lancia Voyager vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager 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 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1000 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 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lancia Voyager | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Voyager | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3604 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2510 mm |