1976 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 843 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Toyota Celica | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Celica | Charger |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |