2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 23 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 610 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.
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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Maserati Coupe | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Coupe | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 147 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |