1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 35 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 412 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Celica | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
