1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 25 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1300 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
