1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 22 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, 2000 Kia Clarus (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Clarus weights approximately 50 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1793 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
