2011 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Passat | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Passat | Celica |
Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |