2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 21 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 2,405 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 882 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Isuzu KB (204 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | KB | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
