1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1994 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Neon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 71 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Neon. (175 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1994 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Toyota | Plymouth |
| Model | Celica | Neon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
