1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 129 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 1978 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Celica | Caldina |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |