2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
