2011 Toyota Tundra vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 26 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 232 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Tundra | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
