1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Because 1977 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1977 Toyota Celica (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Celica | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |