2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 05-Sep | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
