2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 24 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Azera | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
