2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 18 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Roadster | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Roadster | Celica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |