1978 Toyota Celica vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 19 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 164 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Celica | 406 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
