1985 Toyota Celica vs. 1970 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Triumph TR6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Celica | 1970 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Celica | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
