1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 534 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
