2012 Opel Combo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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 Opel Combo, 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 (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Combo has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Combo 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 Opel Combo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Combo | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |