1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 23 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
