2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 20 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 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 77 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Etude | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1122 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
