1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 34 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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 45 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, 1978 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Celica | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1800 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
