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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 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 70 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Tribute | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
