1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 13 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 300 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.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
Model | Mangusta | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |