1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Celica (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 300 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
