2006 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 690 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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2759 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |