1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Marcos | Toyota |
| Model | 2 Litres | Celica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
