2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 296 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
