1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante is newer by 17 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 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Levante | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
