1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 360 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, 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica. 2011 Mazda Tribute 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. 2011 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Celica | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
