1978 Toyota Tercel vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Solara weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Tercel | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tercel | Solara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
