1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 32 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, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 562 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Celica | IS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2731 mm |
