2005 Renault Clio vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 24 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, 2005 Renault Clio (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |