1979 Toyota Celica vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Celica weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Toyota Celica 1968 Toyota Corolla
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Celica Corolla
Year Released 1979 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2563 cc 1068 cc
Horse Power 118 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2290 mm


 

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