1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 180 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
