1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 28 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 490 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Celica | Legend |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3474 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
