2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 27 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5.
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, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 5 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 5 | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |