1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 30 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 446 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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Eos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1968 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
