1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 364 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Celica | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2604 mm |
