1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 201 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Celica | Cube |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |