1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 202 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2011 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Toyota Celica | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Celica | Sportage |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2759 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |