1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 334 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2619 mm |
