2002 MCC Crossblade vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 21 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (114 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MCC Crossblade | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | MCC | Toyota |
| Model | Crossblade | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3210 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2620 mm |
