1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 162 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Toyota Celica 2007 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Celica Corolla
Year Released 1978 2007
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 1792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1157 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L