1981 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 167 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 2013 Mazda 2, 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Celica | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Celica | 2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
