1974 Toyota Celica vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1337 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Celica | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | T5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
