1971 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 535 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Impala | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
