1985 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35, 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Celica | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
