1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Toyota Celica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Celica weights approximately 288 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2006 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Accord | Celica |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |