1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Celica | Civic |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1335 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
