1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 331 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2010 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
