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 |