1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 539 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 Ford Transit Connect, 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 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 2013 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Toyota Celica | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Celica | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |