2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (120 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 109 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Golf | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
| Model | Golf | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
