1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 118 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1404 mm |
