2008 Saturn Sky vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 229 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2008 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2008 Saturn Sky 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:
| 2008 Saturn Sky | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Sky | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
