1976 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 544 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Celica | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
