1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 151 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
