2005 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 66 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 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (197 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Jetta | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
