2006 Renault Modus vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Modus weights approximately 138 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Because 1985 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Modus, 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 Renault Modus (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Modus | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
